February 7, 2022

DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2022

6:30 p.m. 

ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

MINUTES

Present:  Lance Engle, President; Jacob Case, Vice President; John Adams, Secretary;  Adam Williams, Member; Trent Fox, Member; Darin Gullion, Assistant Superintendent; and Greg Kile, Superintendent

  1. CALL TO ORDER

At 6:30 p.m. Board President, Lance Engle called the meeting to order.

  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

  1. AMEND THE AGENDA

A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Adam Williams to amend the agenda, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. MINUTES

A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to accept the minutes of the business meeting and executive session held on Monday,   January 17, 2022.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. FINANCE

  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Adam Williams to accept the list of vouchers, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. Purchases over $7500:

A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 1-2):

  1. Universal Florida DHS ECA $8,404.10

(DHS Band Disney trip)

  1. Disney DHS ECA $11,144.00

(DHS Band Disney trip)

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the following (items 3-6):

  1. Hillyard ESSER II $22,802.95

(floor scrubber)

  1. Sanity Solutions OP $34,027.98

(Nutanix Renewal-3 years)

  1. Janitors Supply ESSER II $54,352.10

(carpet extractor)

  1. Midwest Transit OP $218,872.00

(School Buses)

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve SA-5’s, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the AdTec E-Rate Contract- Category Two, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to rescind the approval of the ESI purchase, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. Dr. Gullion, Assistant Superintendent, gave a Monthly Finance Review, as presented.

  1. UPDATES FROM PRINCIPALS/DIRECTORS

  1. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE FLOOR

  1. NEW BUSINESS

  1. Certified Staff

  1. None.

  1. Classified Staff

A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 1-2):

  1. Resignation of Judy Riddle, Food Service Cook at Delta High School, effective January 14, 2022.

  1. Resignation of Chris Liggett, Security Officer, effective immediately.

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the following (items 3-5):

  1. Recommendation to employ Dylan Morris as a Custodian at Delta High School effective February 8, 2022, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.

  1. Recommendation to increase hours for Hannah Penrod-Hargis, Food Service Cook at Delta High School from 3 hours to 5.75 hours per day, effective January 31, 2022.

  1. Recommendation to employ Laci Schell as an Instructional Assistant at Albany Elementary School effective immediately, pending successful completion of all pre-employment testing.

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. Extra-Curricular

  1. None.

  1. Conference Requests/Field Trips

A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by John Adams to approve the following (items 1-11):

  1. Travis Richey and Samuel Carlton request permission to attend the Glazier Football Clinic to be held on January 21, 2022 at the Sheraton in Indianapolis, IN.

  1. Jessica Blakely requests permission to attend the National Reading Recovery Conference to be held virtually from February 3, 2022 through February 4, 2022.

  1. Alicia Fuller requests permission to attend the University of Saint Francis Art Workshop to be held on February 11, 2022 at the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, IN.

  1. Nicole Lodl and Nancy Kunk request permission to attend District 9 Proficiency Grading to be held on February 16, 2022 at Tri High School in Straughn, IN.

  1. Janelle Davis and Greg Kile request permission to attend the RE Sutton and Associates Symposium to be held on March 1, 2022 at the Ritz Charles in Carmel, IN.

  1. Lance Brand requests permission to attend Nourish the Future Teacher Leader Conference to be held from March 8, 2022 through March 12, 2022 in New Orleans, LA.

  1. Amy Larrabee and Ryan Parrott request permission to attend the NCTM Regional Conference to be held on March 16, 2022 at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.

  1. Casey Rodgers requests permission to attend the NCTM Regional Conference to be held from March 16, 2022 through March 18, 2022 at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.

  1. Heather Spoljaric, Shayla Brown, and Todd White request permission to attend the NCTM Regional Conference to be held on March 17, 2022 at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.

  1. Doug Marshall requests permission to attend the NCTM Regional Conference to be held on March 18, 2022 at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.

  1. Amy Larrabee requests permission to attend Spring ICASE 2022 to be held virtually from February 14, 2022 through February 17, 2022.

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. Information and Proposals

  1. Superintendent

  1. A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case to approve CCHA School Board Policies- 2nd Reading, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Adam Williams and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the deletion of NEOLA Policies- 2nd Reading, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the DMS/DHS Band Kings Island trip, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the Delta Graduation Stream Contract, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the new DHS courses, as presented. The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by John Adams to approve the new DMS course, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Adam Williams to approve updated Covid-19 Protocols, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. Superintendent Kile informed the Board about the following fundraisers:

  1. Mark Detweiler, DHS Boys’ Basketball, requests permission to hold a Coaches vs. Cancer fundraiser on February 15, 2022 at Delta High School, as presented.  Proceeds go towards Megan Hiday.

  1. Adam Lennon, DHS Blood Drive, requests permission to hold a blood drive on March 9, 2022, as presented. Proceeds go towards the NHS Scholarship.

  1. Amanda Lewis and Emily Tressler, DHS Best Buddies, request permission to hold a Walk-A-Thon on March 15, 2022, as presented. Proceeds go towards supplies.

  1. Nakkia Jester, DMS Yearbook, requests permission to hold an 8th Grade Semi-Formal on May 20, 2022, as presented.  Proceeds go towards yearbook fees.

  1. Steve Wuthrich, DHS Boys’ and Girls’ Golf Teams, requests permission to hold a golf scramble on June 25, 2022 at the Albany Golf Club, as presented.  Proceeds go towards golf apparel and equipment.

  1. Kelli Edwards, Riley Dance Marathon, requests permission to collect donations in February 2022 and hold a dance on     March 11, 2022, as presented.  Proceeds go towards the Riley Foundation for Kids.

  1. Assistant Superintendent

  1. Use Of Facilities:

A motion was made by Jacob Case and seconded by Trent Fox to approve the following (items 1-3):

  1. Nick Pipito, Delta Little League, requests permission to use the Royerton baseball fields from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 to hold the Delta Little League 2022 season, pending Certificate of Liability Insurance Form.

  2. Nick Pipito, Delta Little League, requests permission to use the Royerton cafeteria on February 16, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to hold registration, pending Certificate of Liability Insurance Form.

  3. Aaron Carter and Sherri Spay, DGSA, request permission to use the Royerton gym, cafeteria, and library on March 15, 16, & 29, 2022 from 6:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to hold skills assessments and draft, pending Certificate of Liability Insurance Form.

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. Donations: 

A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Adam Williams to approve the following (item 1):

  1. Request for Delta High School to accept a donation in the amount of $2,000.00 from the Delaware Community Foundation, as presented.

The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. A motion was made by Trent Fox and seconded by Jacob Case to approve the request for the Food Service Department to surplus items, as presented.  The motion was approved 5-0 vote.

  1. LETTERS/NOTES

  1. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS

Trent Fox – Mr. Fox hopes to get rid of the snow so it makes it a little easier for travel and stated he has all the snow he needs for the current time so he’s good.  He congratulated all sports teams who finished up their seasons.  He stated they gave a lot of effort and he appreciates all the sportsmanship they put into it, representing our school, and doing the best they could.  He wished good luck to the swimmers and wrestlers who are moving on and to the boys’ basketball team for what they are getting ready to go into.  He apologized for not being able to make it to the board training a few weeks ago.  He stated work is busy right now and for him to get away in January was almost impossible.  He hopes they had a good session and accomplished a lot.  

Adam Williams – Mr. Williams concurred with his fellow board member.  He stated it’s that time of year when some seasons are wrapping up and some are just about to start.  He thanked Ms. Gossett and Mr. Parrott for the information and stated it feels like Kindergarten Round-up comes around quick and he’s excited to see where that goes because all are welcome.  He stated science fairs and spelling bees are two areas where the kids are putting themselves out there and congratulated those who won for all their hard work and also to the kids who didn’t win and got up there and stuck their necks out a bit.  He stated these are other areas our schools offer where the kids can do something different, put themselves out there, try something new, and work hard at it to see what they can accomplish.  He appreciates all the people involved in making these things happen.  He commented he’s excited for the band trip to Disney and appreciates what Mr. Enos has brought to that program.  He stated he’s a valuable asset and appreciates the work he does.  Mr. Williams thanked Mr. Kile for running the work session they had.  He stated it was enlightening and a nice opportunity to have around the table discussions and good thoughts.  He stated he brought away a lot and can’t bring out anything specific, but overall a little bit here and there.  He stated when you get enlightening moments and things that draw your attention, that makes it all worth it and he appreciates that.  He thanked Navient for their donation.  

John Adams – Mr. Adams concurred with his fellow board members.  He gave a shout-out to Mr. Stebbins and his folks for all they’ve done with snow removal.  He stated he went by and they were already on it and certainly know what they are doing and thanked them for working on that.  He commented donations amaze him sometimes, but $2,000.00 is $2,000.00 and he greatly appreciates Navient thinking of us and allowing our students to benefit from that.  He thanked Ms. Riddle and Mr. Liggett for their time with us and welcomed Mr. Morris and Ms. Schell and stated he’s glad they chose Delcom and we chose them.  He asked everyone to keep the Mann family in their thoughts and prayers as Reece moves through some things right now.  He commented he remembers the days of spelling bees and science fairs.  He congratulated the winners and stated being able to move on is awesome and really neat.  He stated Ms. Lewman getting area elementary administrators together is a great idea and probably something that should have been going on for quite some time.  He stated that’s leadership and growth on Ms. Lewman’s part for reaching out to peers and it will be nice for them to hear other ideas and things that are going on.  He congratulated Ms. Lewman for reaching out and he’s sure that will be something that moves forward and well attended and he hopes good things come from that.  He wished all sport teams finishing up good luck.  He stated as much as he hates the word Covid-19, we still have to deal with it and he applauded Mr. Kile for taking another look and agrees with the assessment whole-heartedly.  Mr. Adams thinks our patrons will as well and he hopes this will keep more kids in school because that’s where they need to be.  

Jacob Case – Mr. Case concurred with his fellow board members.  He thanked all staff, teachers, and administrators for their hard work the past few weeks.  He thanked Mr. Stebbins and his crew for their great work.  He thanked the custodians for coming in and getting things cleaned up and stated it is nice to see that commitment.  He wished good luck to the teams finishing up their seasons and those moving forward good.  He thanked teachers for all their hard work the last few days with e-Learning. 

Lance Engle – Mr. Engle stated last week was tough with the weather and thanked the custodial crew for doing snow removal at all the different facilities because they look great.  He thanked the teachers for putting together e-Learning on such short notice and for making sure the kids get it all done over the three days we missed.  He stated we’ve come a long way with that in a short amount of time and this time it was second nature for his kids because they were on their Chromebooks by 10:00 a.m. getting it all done.  He thanked our administrators and teachers for getting that done and making it seem more seamless than ever before.  He stated this year is starting to feel a little more normal with all the things we have going on at our schools with spelling bees, science fairs, kindergarten round-up, in school SAT’s, incoming freshman schedules, and all that wonderful stuff.  He stated it will get busier as we get towards this last stretch, but it’s a good busy.  He stated when he came through the high school parking lot tonight and drove by the weight room, seeing 50-60 kids working out was exciting.  He stated it’s an amazing facility and he’s glad the kids have the opportunity to take advantage of it. 

  1. FUTURE MEETINGS

  1. A regular meeting of the Board of School Trustees is scheduled for Monday, February 21, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.

  1. ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by John Adams and seconded by Jacob Case and Board President, Lance Engle, adjourned the meeting at 7:25 p.m.

  

February 7, 2022

LANCE ENGLE              


JACOB CASE 


JOHN ADAMS



ADAM WILLIAMS


TRENT FOX